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Art Nouveau Glass: A Symphony of Color and Form

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The luminous glow and shimmering color of Art Nouveau glass are endlessly irresistible, as are the stories behind some of the movement’s most celebrated designers. Reflecting the era’s opulence, Art Nouveau glass designers celebrated the natural world in forms that exuded their mastery of the craft.

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France’s Best Collectibles: Glass, Ceramics, the Marché aux Puces

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Read on to learn everything about shopping in France’s famed marchés aux puces to the best French glass and ceramic brands to seek out. Gallé, Luminarc, Mauviel, and More Like ceramics, the glass industry has thrived in France for centuries. Lalique, Émile Gallé, Baccarat, and Daum Nancy are some of the best-regarded fine glass houses.

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This Week in Thrifting: Is Mystery Crystal Worth a Flip?

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There are so many mysteries waiting for you at your local thrift store, and thrifted glass is one of the biggies. From shot glasses and vases to functional tableware and art glass, there’s almost always too much to choose from. That’s right, folks: It’s time for another dive into the world of thrifted glass.

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A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

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GLASS DECORATIVE ITEMS AND TABLEWARE/BARWARE: A. How to photograph so an expert can see: Cut glass versus pressed – hard to see in photos. Shoot a close up of bottom, there, look for these features: Pontil mark, which is where the glass blower would have attached his blow rod. Look for a fraction or number. Provenance Paint?

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Art and Science Collide: The Beauty of Scientific Instruments Through the Ages

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From the intricate designs and beautiful functionality of ancient astrolabes to the ornate craftsmanship of Renaissance telescopes, and the sleek modernism of personal cameras, the evolution of scientific instruments has provided a fascinating meeting point between aesthetic and functional precision through the ages.

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These Vintage “Hidden” Flasks Cleverly Conceal Alcohol

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Men and women carried glass and porcelain flasks, discreetly tucking them into a boot, hip pocket, or purse to keep their favorite spirits close. There were also glass flasks in the shape of cigars , clam shells, and horns of plenty. Foust’s flasks are highly collectible today. Prices depend on age, craftsmanship, material, and rarity.

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Deciding What To Keep When A Loved One Dies: A Guest Post by Karla Holley of City Limit Style

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The glass pitcher holding the fresh tulips is also displayed on the china cabinet above. Is it functional? It's very functional for extra storage underneath and the wood block on the top has been the perfect place to prepare food. It was sitting outside in one of the buildings and no one else wanted it.